West Valley City Population 2026
West Valley City has a population of 136,208, making it the #206 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Utah. It is about 65× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
136,208
Rank in United States
#206
Coordinates
40.69°N, 112.00°W
~1,312 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,974 km
1,847 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Utah
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | 215,548 | #107 |
| Provo | 115,162 | #258 |
| West Jordan | 111,946 | #271 |
| Orem | 94,457 | #354 |
| Sandy | 87,461 | #399 |
| Ogden | 85,444 | #417 |
| Layton | 74,143 | #509 |
| Saint George | 72,897 | #521 |
Cities near West Valley City
- West Jordan111,946 people · ~11 km away
- Salt Lake City215,548 people · ~12 km away
- Sandy87,461 people · ~15 km away
- South Jordan66,648 people · ~16 km away
- Bountiful43,784 people · ~24 km away
- Tooele33,157 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of West Valley City?
West Valley City has a population of 136,208 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #206 biggest city in United States.
What state is West Valley City in?
West Valley City is located in Utah, United States.
Is West Valley City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,974 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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